{"product_id":"sunny-stick-insect","title":"Sunny Stick Insect","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSunny Stick Insect Care Guide\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSungaya inexpectata – PSG 195\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdult: \u003cstrong\u003eup to 8cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifespan: \u003cstrong\u003earound 1 year\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFemales are generally larger than males. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall, well-ventilated enclosure with plenty of vertical space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum around \u003cstrong\u003e30 × 30 × 45cm\u003c\/strong\u003e for a small group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide branches and plenty of space to hang vertically for moulting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine mesh is ideal for ventilation and preventing escapes. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e21–26°C\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNormal household temperatures are generally adequate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUVB is not required.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide a normal day\/night cycle using ambient room light or a low-output LED.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep lighting from overheating or drying the enclosure. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAim for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e60–80%\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightly mist the enclosure every few days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood ventilation is essential to prevent stagnant, overly wet conditions. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh \u003cstrong\u003ebramble\u003c\/strong\u003e is an excellent staple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOther suitable foods include:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHawthorn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHazel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIvy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeech\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways use \u003cstrong\u003epesticide-free\u003c\/strong\u003e plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep food fresh and replace when it starts to wilt. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThey drink droplets from leaves and enclosure surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight misting provides most of their water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use an open water bowl.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShedding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide plenty of \u003cstrong\u003evertical hanging space\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not disturb a stick insect while it is moulting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA failed moult can be fatal, so adequate humidity and space are important.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenerally calm and suitable for careful beginners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the insect to \u003cstrong\u003ewalk onto your hand\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than grabbing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever pull on the legs or body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra care is needed immediately before and after moulting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon problems include failed moults, dehydration and injury.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck regularly for lethargy, difficulty climbing or abnormal moulting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLost limbs can sometimes regenerate during subsequent moults, particularly in younger insects. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove old leaves and droppings regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace any mouldy or decomposing food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe down the enclosure when necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf using a substrate, keep it clean and avoid excessive dampness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore You Bring Your Animal Home\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall, well-ventilated enclosure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure branches\/twigs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh pesticide-free food plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine misting bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDigital thermometer\/hygrometer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable substrate or easily cleaned floor covering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure there is sufficient height for \u003cstrong\u003esuccessful moulting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Bits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eFresh bramble should form the main part of the diet.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 Mist regularly so they can drink droplets from the leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪵 \u003cstrong\u003eVertical space is essential for moulting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🦗 Sunny Stick Insects can reproduce without a male, so \u003cstrong\u003eegg numbers can build up quickly\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan 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